Report: Celtics Trying to ‘Pry’ Jared Dudley From Suns

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Feb 24, 2011

With the Phoenix Suns 10 games out of first place and two games out of a playoff spot, general manager Lance Banks has some decisions to make.

One of those involves Jared Dudley, who, according to Yahoo Sports' Adrian Wojnaroski, is heavily coveted by Boston and Chicago. Getting Dudley, however, won't be easy for anyone.

"Dudley is a popular player in Phoenix, beloved by organization. Several GMs are dubious Suns would part with him. Need an excellent offer," Wojnaroski tweeted. "Celtics have dangled Nate Robinson and [first-round] pick, which isn't the most appealing package on market to get a talented perimeter player."

Dudley, 25, is averaging 9.6 points and 3.4 assists in 24 minutes per game. At 6-foot-7, 225 pounds, the former Boston College Eagle could potentially provide the Celtics with a backup for Paul Pierce, a piece they will likely need if Marquis Daniels is unable to return from injury.

Wojnaroski stressed that getting Dudley would be a huge challenge.

"No sense Suns will move him, but he has great value to teams," he tweeted.

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